Foundations of Reflexology Certification (Level One)
8.5 Hours (9:00 AM – 5:30 PM)
 
A full-body reset starts from the soles.
Step into the healing world of reflexology with this foundational Level One Certification. Learn how the feet act as energetic maps of the body—and how applying gentle, intentional pressure to specific points can support relaxation, balance, and overall wellbeing. This course blends clear instruction with plenty of hands-on practice, giving you the skills and confidence to offer a grounding, restorative reflexology within your current wellness practice.
 
Reflexology at SHINE is more than a single class—it’s a full pathway of learning and embodiment. Explore the full experience → https://www.shineakron.com/learn-reflexology
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Target Audience: Designed for anyone called to holistic healing—Reiki practitioners, yoga teachers, sound healers, massage therapists, wellness professionals, or curious beginners. No prerequisites required. (You will be practicing with partners and working directly with feet.)
 
Certification Focus: To provide a solid introduction to reflexology theory, technique, and application. You’ll learn how specific points on the feet correspond to the body’s systems, and how activating these points supports relaxation, circulation, and the body’s natural healing response.
You’ll explore:
History and Foundations
Core Concepts + Safety Guidelines
Reflexology Relaxation Techniques
Feet Anatomy + Mapping
Common Pathologies
Reflex Zones
Hands on Practice and Exam
 
What Will I Be Able to Do After Level One?
After completing the training, students will be able to perform a foundational foot reflexology sequence intended for relaxation and general wellness.
You may use these skills personally or incorporate them into an existing complementary wellness practice, when appropriate and within the scope of your education, professional credentials, and applicable laws.
 
Level One is an introductory training. It does not prepare students to offer reflexology as a comprehensive, standalone professional service.
 
Want to Go Deeper?
For students who feel called to continue beyond the foundations, Reflexology Practitioner Training: Level Two is the natural next step.
Level Two is designed for graduates of Foundations of Reflexology who want to deepen their understanding, expand their techniques, and learn how to structure a more complete reflexology session. Students who complete both Level One and Level Two may refer to themselves as a Reflexology Practitioner or Certified Reflexology Practitioner (SHINE), reflecting completion of SHINE’s practitioner-level training pathway. Choose the Duo option to complete both levels and save.
The advanced training builds upon foot reflexology and introduces:
Reflex points associated with the body’s organ systems
Resting and holding points
Hand reflexology
An expanded professional foot sequence
Session structure, pacing, and flow
Additional hands-on practice
 
If Level One introduces you to the language of reflexology, Level Two helps you begin speaking it with greater confidence, intention, and fluency.
 
Students who complete both Level One and Level Two will receive SHINE’s Reflexology Practitioner Certificate, representing completion of our practitioner-level training pathway.
 
Professional Practice, Ohio Law, and National Certification
Reflexology is a specialized practice involving pressure applied to designated reflex points, most commonly on the feet and hands.
Ohio does not currently issue a separate state license specifically for reflexology. However, reflexology may fall within Ohio’s massage therapy laws when a service involves the manipulation of soft tissue for a therapeutic purpose.
How a service is performed, described, marketed, and incorporated into an existing practice may affect which laws or professional requirements apply. Local requirements may also vary.
This training:
Does not grant an Ohio massage therapy license
Does not provide legal authorization to work outside the scope permitted by state or local law
Does not replace professional, legal, or regulatory guidance
Does not qualify graduates for national board certification
Students are responsible for understanding the laws, regulations, professional standards, insurance requirements, and scope-of-practice considerations that apply to their individual circumstances.
Professional boundaries, ethical practice, client communication, and considerations for offering reflexology in Ohio will be discussed during class.
 
National certification through the American Reflexology Certification Board is currently voluntary. At the time of this writing, eligibility for the ARCB foot reflexology examination requires completion of a 200-hour reflexology education program, including a required amount of in-person, hands-on practical instruction.
 
SHINE’s Level One and Level Two trainings offer focused education through our own reflexology pathway but do not, individually or together, fulfill the complete educational requirements for ARCB national certification.
 
Laws, regulations, and certification standards may change. Students who intend to practice professionally are encouraged to verify the current requirements that apply to their location and intended services.
 
About your instructor:
Brittany Smith is a certified reflexology practitioner who completed her 225-hour training with the Reflexology Certification Institute in 2013. For more than ten years, she has worked with clients to encourage relaxation, restore balance, and support the body’s natural ability to heal, offering a grounded and compassionate approach to holistic well-being.
 
 
Preregistration is required. A minimum of 2 students is required for this training; with a maximum of 10 students. If the minimum is not met, the class will be cancelled at the discretion of the teacher. If SHINE cancels the event for any reason, students will have the option of a refund or to be moved to a future date.
 
Please note before committing to the class: If student cancels or decides not to attend the certification, class fees are non-refundable. Fee can be transferred to a different date if communicated at least 5 days in advance and if minimum class size is met. Processing fee applies.